Prosthesis (i.e. – artificial body members) – parts thereof – or ai – Heart valve
Reexamination Certificate
2005-11-23
2009-12-15
Sweet, Thomas J (Department: 3774)
Prosthesis (i.e., artificial body members), parts thereof, or ai
Heart valve
C600S037000
Reexamination Certificate
active
07632308
ABSTRACT:
Described here are methods, devices, and kits for treating a prolapsed valve leaflet. The devices generally comprise a flexible cord, a first anchor attached to the cord at its distal end, and a second anchor slidably attached to the cord. The first anchor may be configured to secure the cord to cardiac tissue located below a prolapsed valve leaflet and the second anchor may be configured to secure into the prolapsed valve leaflet. Also described are methods for treating a prolapsed valve including the steps of securing a first anchor to cardiac tissue located below the prolapsed mitral valve leaflet, securing a second anchor to the prolapsed mitral valve leaflet, tensioning a cord connecting the two anchors and securing the cord. Kits including the described devices are also provided.
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